Back to school spending: Bay Area families face record costs as students return
It's the first day back at school for students across the Tampa Bay area, including thousands of students in Hillsborough County. For families, the return to the classroom also comes with the cost of getting students ready for a new school year.
It's the first day back at school for students across the Tampa Bay area, including thousands of students in Hillsborough County. For families, the return to the classroom also comes with the cost of getting students ready for a new school year.
2 charged with murder in separate Hillsborough deadly fentanyl overdose cases: HCSO
Two people have been arrested and charged with first-degree murder in separate investigations into a pair of deadly fentanyl overdoses in Hillsborough County, according to the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office.
Two people have been arrested and charged with first-degree murder in separate investigations into a pair of deadly fentanyl overdoses in Hillsborough County, according to the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office.
Hillsborough County students head back to school as district touts early learning, staffing gains
The new school year is officially underway across Hillsborough County, with students returning to classrooms Monday.
The new school year is officially underway across Hillsborough County, with students returning to classrooms Monday.
Bay Area trauma surgeon heads to Nigeria for fifth medical mission
A Bay Area trauma surgeon is spending his vacation doing something very different from relaxing: providing free medical care to people in underserved communities in Nigeria.
A Bay Area trauma surgeon is spending his vacation doing something very different from relaxing: providing free medical care to people in underserved communities in Nigeria.
Brick Fan Event: LEGO builders bring massive displays to Tampa
Hundreds of intricate LEGO builds transformed the Florida State Fairgrounds into a hub of creativity as fans and television builders gathered in Tampa.
Hundreds of intricate LEGO builds transformed the Florida State Fairgrounds into a hub of creativity as fans and television builders gathered in Tampa.
FWC investigates fatal Tampa Bay boat crash near Picnic Island Park
A 61-year-old man died after a boat struck a rock jetty in Tampa Bay on Saturday, sending two people into the water, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.
A 61-year-old man died after a boat struck a rock jetty in Tampa Bay on Saturday, sending two people into the water, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.
Bullard Family Foundation hosts ninth annual Back-to-School Bash
The Bullard Family Foundation’s ninth annual Back to School Bash took over Raymond James Stadium, offering thousands of families free backpacks, health services and school supplies ahead of the new academic year.
The Bullard Family Foundation’s ninth annual Back to School Bash took over Raymond James Stadium, offering thousands of families free backpacks, health services and school supplies ahead of the new academic year.
5-year-old Carrollwood boy with autism found dead in retention pond
A search for a missing boy ended in tragedy when emergency crews found a 5-year-old boy dead in a retention pond at Northgreen at Carrollwood apartment complex, according to the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office.
A search for a missing boy ended in tragedy when emergency crews found a 5-year-old boy dead in a retention pond at Northgreen at Carrollwood apartment complex, according to the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office.
'One Tampa' tower: Downtown high-rise tops off at 42 stories
Construction workers and developers gathered at the corner of Tampa and Twiggs streets to celebrate the topping-off of downtown Tampa's tallest luxury residential skyscraper.
Construction workers and developers gathered at the corner of Tampa and Twiggs streets to celebrate the topping-off of downtown Tampa's tallest luxury residential skyscraper.
Self-defense or murder? Judge to rule on stand your ground defense in Ybor City DJ death
Joel Moreno Cobo was back in court Thursday morning for a lengthy Stand Your Ground hearing that included hours of witness testimony.
Joel Moreno Cobo was back in court Thursday morning for a lengthy Stand Your Ground hearing that included hours of witness testimony.
Teen charged in Davis Islands dog park attack pleads guilty
A teenager pleaded guilty Thursday in connection with a violent attack at the Davis Islands Dog Park in Tampa.
A teenager pleaded guilty Thursday in connection with a violent attack at the Davis Islands Dog Park in Tampa.
Hillsborough County unveils district’s first hospitality magnet school at Jefferson High
Jefferson High School is officially the district's first Magnet School of Hospitality and Tourism.
Jefferson High School is officially the district's first Magnet School of Hospitality and Tourism.
Hillsborough County commissioners vote to draft one-year data center pause
The Hillsborough County Commission took the first step toward a moratorium blocking the controversial data centers until their impact on communities and the environment can be studied.
The Hillsborough County Commission took the first step toward a moratorium blocking the controversial data centers until their impact on communities and the environment can be studied.
‘You’re talking life and death’: Bay Area radio host warns parents after e-bike crash
A Bay Area radio host is recovering from a severe e-bike crash that left her with broken bones and serves as a stark safety warning for local families.
A Bay Area radio host is recovering from a severe e-bike crash that left her with broken bones and serves as a stark safety warning for local families.
Pop-A-Shot National Championship: South Tampa dad to compete in Orlando
For South Tampa's Nick DeMarinis, a lifelong passion could lead to a national championship, as he heads to Orlando to compete in the Pop-A-Shot National Championship for the second consecutive year.
For South Tampa's Nick DeMarinis, a lifelong passion could lead to a national championship, as he heads to Orlando to compete in the Pop-A-Shot National Championship for the second consecutive year.
Seminole Hard Rock Casino: Two robbery cases under investigation in Tampa
The Tampa Police Department and Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office are each investigating separate cases involving different victims who were allegedly robbed after leaving the Seminole Hard Rock Casino.
The Tampa Police Department and Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office are each investigating separate cases involving different victims who were allegedly robbed after leaving the Seminole Hard Rock Casino.
Catch a wave without the coast: EPIC Surf brings deep-water surfing to Brandon
You no longer have to drive to the coast or wait for the right conditions to catch a wave in Tampa Bay.
You no longer have to drive to the coast or wait for the right conditions to catch a wave in Tampa Bay.
Hillsborough schools to start year with top grades and fewer teacher openings
Hillsborough Schools Superintendent Van Ayres was joined by Dr. Henry Mack, the new Florida education commissioner, during a kickoff event for the school year.
Hillsborough Schools Superintendent Van Ayres was joined by Dr. Henry Mack, the new Florida education commissioner, during a kickoff event for the school year.
Bay Area drought: Steady rain fails to erase water deficit
Recent rain across the Bay Area is helping refill local reservoirs, but water officials warn the region remains in a severe rainfall deficit after months of drought.
Recent rain across the Bay Area is helping refill local reservoirs, but water officials warn the region remains in a severe rainfall deficit after months of drought.
Hillsborough dress code: School board reverses restrictions on leggings
A controversial dress code is off the books in Hillsborough County following plenty of pushback from parents and students.
A controversial dress code is off the books in Hillsborough County following plenty of pushback from parents and students.